As a mom and a travel advisor, I am constantly asked for recommendations for travel gear and essentials. Here are my top picks!
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Airplane Activities
Eating On The Go
Baby Gear
Big Kid Gear
Diaper Bag Essentials
Airplane Activities
I kind of want to make this myself!
Embroidery Pouch Kit - Mondo Llama™: Craft Activity Kit with Floss & Needle, Art & Design Theme, Adult Knitting Set
Water Wow books have always been a hit with my kids
Melissa & Doug On the Go Water Wow! Reusable Color with Water Travel Toy Activity Pad with Chunky Water Pen - 3pk (Dinosaurs, Adventure, Space)
Reusable stickers are great for travel!
Reusable Sticker Learning & Activity Book with 200 Premium Puffy Stickers - Chuckle & Roar
JBL makes some of the best kids headphones! Wired are easier to connect to the in flight entertainment system, but wireless allow them to connect to devices without a headphone jack!
Kids' Headphones - Buy Authentic Products at the Official JBL Shop
This LCD drawing tablet has kept my kids entertained for long stretches of time. They can doodle, play games, write messages, etc.
FAO Schwarz Magic Art LCD Drawing Tablet: Creativity Activity Surface with Stylus
Perfect for kids ages 5+
Lonely Planet Kids the Big Book of Airplane Activities - by Laura Baker (Paperback)
My kids are obsessed with these!
MAGNA-TILES microMAGS Travel Set: Educational Magnetic Building Toys for Math and Creative Thinking, 26 Pieces
Older kids into sports? This matching game might just keep them entertained for a little!
MasterPieces Officially Licensed MLB League-MLB Spot It Game for Kids and Adults
Eating On The Go
The best snack containers!
Whiskware Portable Stack Snacks, Bluey (3 Count)
These disposable placemats are so handy when traveling.
Neat Solutions Table Topper - 60ct
The carrying case makes it easy to throw these in the diaper bag when you’re on the go
OXO 2pc Tot Stainless Steel On the Go Fork and Spoon Set - Opal
Baby Gear
I have had the City Tour for almost 9 years and it’s logged thousands of miles, dozens of flights, and I have never had an issue with it!
Baby Jogger® City Tour™ 2 Ultra-Compact Travel Stroller
The absolute BEST - this has saved my back in countless lines!
The Tushbaby Hip Carrier
If you’ve got a baby or toddler who is a light sleeper, I highly recommend a blackout tent for their pack n play!
Hiccapop DayDreamer Blackout Tent for Playard/Pack 'n Plays - Gray
We all sleep better when sharing a hotel room when there’s a little white noise happening.
Yogasleep Nod Sound Machine and Night Light
This Cosco car seat is lightweight and super easy to travel with.
